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This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. **El individuo contra el Estado** es una obra clásica en la que Herbert Spencer invita a reflexionar sobre un tema que sigue siendo tan relevante hoy como en el siglo XIX: el equilibrio entre la libertad individual y el poder de las instituciones. A...

Herbert Spencer (1820-1903) was already an established figure in the fields of philosophy, biology, sociology, anthropology and with an established interest in evolution, when Darwin produced his ground-breaking On the Origin of the Species (1859). But Spencer viewed evolution in wider terms—including ‘the social organism, ethical and metaphysical matters.' He was keen to offer a complete framework of the philosophy of evolution and, in 1862, published his First Principles.

Hebert Spencer coined the famous expression “survival of the fittest”. Spencer’s theory inspired Andrew Carnegie and William Graham Sumner's visions of unbridled and unrepentant capitalism of the United States in late 19th century. Carnegie interpreted Spencer's social theory as justifying merciless economic competition. Spencer's reputation was not recovered for many years from the interpretative caricatures of many scholars, thus marginalizing him to the hinterlands of intellectual history. Fortunately, recent scholarship has begun restoring and repairing his legacy.

A collection of adult stories and poems - sad, humorous, and adventurous - about Man's Best Friend. NOTE: Most of these selections contain violence that will be objectionable to some listeners. - Summary by TriciaG

Explore the intricate dance of societal norms and individual freedoms with our curated selection of audiobooks. This collection delves into the dynamic interplay between social structures and personal liberties, examining how societies balance collective order with personal autonomy. Each week, a different full-length audiobook takes center stage, offering a fresh perspective from various time periods and styles. This is not a continuous narrative, but a diverse exploration of ideas that provoke thought and inspire understanding. Whether you're seeking insight into human behavior or curious ...

In questa opera del 1884, il filosofo Herbert Spencer esprime il suo pensiero politico. La negazione di ogni interferenza dello Stato con la vita sociale (assistenzialismo, risoluzione conflitti sociali) fa di Spencer un sostenitore del liberalismo politico, anche se, contrariamente allo stereotipo che lo vede come un ultraconservatore, Spencer era simpatizzante delle istanze libertarie, anti-imperialista, anticoloniale, contrario alla schiavit in ogni sua forma, e sostenitore di un modello di produzione basato sulle cooperative piuttosto che sul lavoro salariato.